The US House has the 218 Votes needed to force Trump to release the full Epstein files.

Multiple recent sources indicate strong momentum in the US House of Representatives toward forcing the release of Jeffrey Epstein-related files, including efforts to use a discharge petition requiring 218 signatures to compel a vote. Key figures like Representatives Thomas Massie and Ro Khanna have been leading this push. According to The Hill and The New York Times, they are reportedly just one vote short or on the brink of collecting the necessary 218 signatures.

The American Prospect suggests that upcoming special elections could secure these votes within weeks. However, some sources note resistance from House Republican leaders and the White House, which are trying to block or delay this effort. While several batches of Epstein-related documents have already been released by congressional committees, a full public release of all files remains contested.

Senate Republicans have also blocked similar efforts in their chamber, indicating ongoing political friction. Therefore, while the House is very close and likely to achieve the required votes soon, as of mid-September 2025 there is no definitive confirmation that the full 218 votes have been secured to force Trump or the DOJ to release all Epstein files.